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Las Vegas Raiders News / A to Z Sports / September 1
Raiders make a corresponding roster move after bad news haunts a player they desperately need in 2026
The Las Vegas Raiders decided to place Dont’e Thornton Jr. on IR, and then signed Segun Olubi and Cody White. The Las Vegas Raiders made several roster moves following the finalization of their 53-man roster, and the most notable involves wide receiver Dont’e Thornton Jr.
Las Vegas Raiders News / Athlon Sports / September 1
Raiders’ Wide Receiver Depth Tested With Dont’e Thornton’s Injury
The Raiders placed Dont’e Thornton on injured reserve, knocking him out for at least the first four games of the season. Thornton suffered an undisclosed injury during training camp and missed the final two games of the preseason.
Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / September 1
Pressing Questions Still Looming Over Raiders' Defense
The Las Vegas Raiders are one of the teams most looking forward to the 2026 season. They may not be expecting a playoff berth this upcoming season, but it will be a pivotal year for their future success.
The 'Season sack leaders by team' quiz
How many of the record holders for QB sacks in a season for every NFL franchise can you name in five minutes?
Las Vegas Raiders News / Yardbarker / September 1
Adam Schefter shares surprising update about Raiders' eventual Kirk Cousins, Fernando Mendoza switch
It's now no secret that first-year Raiders HC Klint Kubiak has been preparing for months to name Cousins the team's Week 1 starting quarterback over Mendoza.
25 stories to keep an eye on in NFL training camps
The opening of 2026 NFL training camp brings big hope for all 32 fan bases. These are the 25 developments to watch as we progress toward Week 1.
Las Vegas Raiders News / Athlon Sports / September 1
How the Raiders’ 2025 Draft Class Stacks Up After 2026 Preseason
The Raiders had plenty of draft capital in 2025. Las Vegas had the sixth-overall pick in the draft, plus three third rounders and made 11 total selections. Despite the quantity and quality of those picks, the Raiders have yet to cash in on the field.
Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / September 1
Why Pass Rusher Could Be Key Future Addition for Raiders
The Las Vegas Raiders have been one of the most polarizing teams to discuss this offseason, with several tantalizing storylines emerging in free agency and the draft.
Klint Kubiak News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / September 1
Biggest Surprises From Raiders' Final Roster Cuts
It was a productive summer for the Las Vegas Raiders. Las Vegas made the most of the beginning stages of their roster rebuild, adding as much talent as possible before recently trimming the roster down to 53 players.
Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / September 1
5 Things I'm Excited About for 2026 Raiders Season
The Las Vegas Raiders play their first game of the regular season in 12 days when they host the Miami Dolphins for their home opener at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders News / The Raider Ramble / September 1
Raiders Aren’t Naming a QB1—and Adam Schefter May Know Why
Kirk Cousins may have the Week 1 job, but the Las Vegas Raiders’ decision to keep Fernando Mendoza in play could signal a shorter leash. Cousins remains the presumptive Week 1 starter for the Raiders against Miami, but the certainty around that plan is fraying.
Las Vegas Raiders News / A to Z Sports / August 31
Las Vegas Raiders make a shocking roster move after using their waiver wire advantage in a way not many saw coming
The Las Vegas Raiders only signed one guy with their No. 1 waiver wire spot, and that was Darrell Luter Jr. They then waived Decamerion Richardson. The Las Vegas Raiders made a significant move just a day after finalizing their initial 53-man roster.
The significant NFL players returning from injury in 2026
Be it stars returning from late-season injuries to starter-level players who missed most or all of last season, the NFL features a host of rehab odysseys to follow as training camps near.
Las Vegas Raiders News / A to Z Sports / August 31
Klint Kubiak and John Spytek kept it as simple as possible with the Raiders’ 16-man practice squad, and it worked perfectly
The Las Vegas Raiders just brought all former 90-man roster players back to their 16-man practice squad. The Las Vegas Raiders have finalized their 53-man roster.
Las Vegas Raiders News / The Raider Ramble / August 31
Raiders make a telling move at cornerback under GM John Spytek
General manager John Spytek’s roster overhaul continues as the Las Vegas Raiders cut Decamerion Richardson and make room for a new cornerback. Spytek’s roster reshaping continued Monday, and Decamerion Richardson paid the price.
Las Vegas Raiders News / The Raider Ramble / August 31
The Raiders’ WR situation is suddenly hard to ignore
The Las Vegas Raiders’ wide receiver room was thin. Now it’s officially a problem. Six players made the initial 53-man roster: Tre Tucker, Jalen Nailor, Dont’e Thornton Jr., Jack Bech, Malik Benson and Dareke Young.
Segun Olubi News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 31
Raiders Made Three Roster Moves Including Placing WR Dont’e Thornton Jr. On Reserve/Injured List
The Las Vegas Raiders announced on Monday that they’ve signed LB Segun Olubi, placed WR Dont’e Thornton Jr. on the reserved/injured list and signed WR Cody White to their practice squad.
NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 31
Raiders release 2024 fourth-round pick after claiming 49ers CB
Teams cut down to 53-man rosters on Sunday, leading to a rash of new players on the waiver wire. The San Francisco 49ers recently waived Darrell Luter, and the Las Vegas Raiders have now claimed him.
Las Vegas Raiders News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 31
Raiders Announced Initial Practice Squad Signings
The Las Vegas Raiders announced they have signed 16 players to the practice squad on Monday. The following is a list of the Raiders’ practice squad as
NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 31
Jets add OL depth in trade with Raiders before Week 1
The Las Vegas Raiders concluded their preseason with an 18-12 loss to the San Francisco 49ers before making a late-summer trade on Sunday. They traded veteran center Jordan Meredith to the New York Jets in exchange for a late-round draft pick.
Las Vegas Raiders News / A to Z Sports / August 31
Raiders already know one of the players they want to use their No. 1 waiver wire spot on after finalizing their initial 53-man roster
The Las Vegas Raiders have the No. 1 waiver wire spot, and they intend to use it on Darrell Luter Jr. The Las Vegas Raiders hold the No. 1 waiver wire spot, and they’re putting it to use.
Darrell Luter News / Athlon Sports / August 31
What Claiming Darrell Luter Means for the Raiders
The Raiders are first on the waiver wire, thanks to posting the worst record in the NFL last season. With that advantage, Las Vegas is strengthening its secondary with Darrell Luter.
Las Vegas Raiders News / Yardbarker / August 31
Insider explains expected Raiders' Kirk Cousins, Fernando Mendoza decision
One insider provided more insight into the Raiders' QB plans.
Klint Kubiak News / Dice City Sports / August 31
Raiders Set Initial 53-Man Roster as Klint Kubiak Era Prepares for 2026 Season
LAS VEGAS — The decisions have been made at least for now. The Las Vegas Raiders have completed their final round of transactions and established their initial 53-man roster for the 2026 NFL season, giving the first clear look at the group head coach Klint Kubiak will take into his first regular season leading the Silver and Black.
Las Vegas Raiders News / Pro Football Rumors / August 31
Raiders Place OLB Keyron Crawford On IR, Trim Roster To 53
Here is how the Raiders moved down to 53 on Sunday: WR Phillip Dorsett WR Brandon Johnson LB Buddy Johnson LB Cameron McGrone TE Chris Myarick RB Dare
Las Vegas Raiders News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 30
Raiders Cut Down To Initial 53 Players
The Raiders made a flurry of roster moves to get down to 53 players at the deadline on Sunday, placing DE Keyron Crawford and TE Carter Runyon on injured reserve.
Las Vegas Raiders News / Yardbarker / August 29
Raiders' Kirk Cousins, Fernando Mendoza hit with reality check
The Las Vegas Raiders have a full season of football on the way, and fans are pumped to see this team on the field with veteran quarterback Kirk Cousins and rookie Fernando Mendoza.
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